Letting your herbs bloom isn’t a clear-cut yes or no—it depends on your goals. While flowering can reduce the flavor or vigor of leafy herbs like basil, it also attracts pollinators, supports beneficial insects, and gives you seeds to cook with or plant for next season. Some flowers, like chamomile and calendula, are grown specifically for their blooms, while others—like cilantro and fennel—produce delicious seeds. If you’ve had your fill of basil or chives, go ahead and let them flower. Just be mindful of timing; woody herbs like thyme and sage may not recover if pruned too late.

What to plant, harvest, and tend in your early July garden.

The easiest, fastest way to turn an over abundance of cucumbers into a tasty snack that will last months in the refrigerator. It’s Quick Pickle Time!

What to plant, harvest, and tend in your late June garden.

In the past few weeks, several clients have frantically asked me: “Is it too late to plant my summer garden?” And the answer is... kind of, but not really.

Here in Middle Tennessee, the gardening calendar isn’t a rigid start-stop affair. Spring blurs into summer, which blurs into fall, and even winter occasionally tosses us a 70-degree bone. So, is it too late for tomatoes? Maybe. Too late for cucumbers or a second round of beans? Definitely not.

This guide breaks it all down month-by-month—from March to November—so you know what’s realistic, what’s wishful, and what’s a lost cause. Spoiler alert: the window is wider than you think, and your garden can still thrive.

👉 If you’ve ever felt behind, this one's for you. Let’s plant something, shall we?

What to harvest, plant, and tend in your early June garden.

Scrolling through stunning gardens online can sometimes leave us feeling like we’re doing it all wrong. Why aren’t my tomatoes thriving like hers? But comparison doesn’t have to steal our joy—it can spark curiosity, creativity, and growth. In this blog, we unpack how to shift your mindset from self-doubt to learning, helping you figure out what’s actually within your control and how to ask the right questions. Plus, we encourage celebrating your own progress and finding real-life garden friends who share both their blooms and their bloopers.

Ready to grow with confidence? Let’s dig in. 🌱

A midcentury modern gem in Nashville gets a garden to match. With bold black cedar beds, curved native plantings, and stone pathways softened by thyme, this garden balances structure and whimsy—becoming a true extension of the home it surrounds.

How does pest management fit into organic gardening?

What to plant, tend, and harvest at the end of May.

We all love the look of the sturdy steel trellises we use to create height in the garden, but what’s the best kind of vertical structure for your crops this summer? Read about which kind of trellis best fits your garden needs.

What to plant, harvest, tend, and plan in the Mid-May garden for Middle Tennessee.

Want to try growing something new in the summer garden? Here are our recommendations for delicious, fun, and easy-to-grow summer veggies that are just a bit outside the norm. From unique peppers and varieties of basil to ginger and a sweet snack, these are our favorites for those who are up for a garden adventure this year.

When densely planted veggies like carrots, lettuce, and turnips start to grow quickly, it’s time to thin them. Here’s the why and how, plus encouragement to see the process as part of your harvesting habit.

What to plant, harvest, tend, and plan in the early May garden for Middle Tennessee.

Tomato Time in Tennessee!
April has officially ushered in frost-free gardening, and you know what that means—tomato season is here! While kale and broccoli have been holding down the fort, it’s finally time to plant the summer stars. But with dozens of varieties available at local nurseries, how do you choose the right one? In this blog, I’ll help you narrow it down based on your garden space and how you want to use your tomatoes—whether you're craving a BLT, stirring sauce from scratch, or just trying to get your kids to eat something red that isn’t candy. Let’s geek out on tomatoes together.

I never thought I’d be a salad lover—but spring greens have a way of changing you. In this post, I share my honest journey from salad skeptic to daily salad maker, plus practical tips for harvesting, prepping, and enjoying your greens while they’re at their best. If you’re ready to make the most of your spring garden, start here.

What to plant, harvest, tend, and plan in the late April garden for Middle Tennessee.

It’s easy to feel decision fatigue when getting started on a family homestead. There are so many new things to learn— the garden? chickens? how to compost? But in this new garden tour, Lauren and Jerod took the plunge, purchasing a greenhouse, coop, and shed before they had a fully fleshed out plan. With a little help from TKG, the end result was a beautifully integrated garden.

Do sugar snap peas climb a trellis on their own, or do they need to be tied up? And why shouldn’t you just let them flop on the ground? Read on for answers.